Armed Conflict

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Sudan in Crisis: Humanitarian Ceasefire Urgently Needed

International actors should press for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire and civilian protection in Sudan.

Apr. 19, 2023 Jehanne Henry

To Curb Gang Violence in Haiti, Break with Politics as Usual

International efforts rarely succeed because there are always Haitian political and business leaders ready to resupply gangs for support.

Apr. 18, 2023 Louis-Henri Mars

The Teixeira Breach: What Top Intelligence and Legal Experts Are Saying

Analysis from top intelligence and legal experts on the Teixeira breach and implications for national security.

Apr. 17, 2023 Just Security

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The Just Security Podcast: The M23 Conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo

To explain the M23 conflict, and what the United States can do to pressure Rwanda to withdraw, we have Daniel Levine-Spound and Ari Tolany.

Apr. 14, 2023 Daniel Levine-Spound, Paras Shah and 3 more

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Don’t be Fooled By U.S. Smoke and Mirrors on the Crime of Aggression

When it comes to doing the right thing and pursuing the rule of law, the form a tribunal takes should not dictate its ability to function:

Apr. 14, 2023 Jennifer Trahan

The Teixeira Disclosures and Systemic Problems in the U.S. Intelligence Community

As intelligence leaders assess the damage from the Teixeira leaks, Congress should ask tough questions to hold the executive branch accountable and prevent future leaks.

Apr. 14, 2023 Brianna Rosen

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A Decade Ago, the Obama Administration Acted When the M23 Terrorized Eastern DRC. Will Biden Do the Same?

The United States should take immediate steps to halt all security cooperation activities with Rwanda until concrete conditions are met.

Apr. 13, 2023 Daniel Levine-Spound and Ari Tolany

NATO Must Fast Track Bosnia’s Membership

A member of the country's tripartite Presidency makes the security case for admission, saying Finland's entry shows the risks and benefits.

Apr. 13, 2023 Denis Bećirović

A security guard walks through a mass grave site in a large agricultural area known as Mashrou al-Rabet in Meji on September 27, 2021 in Tarhuna, Libya. Tarhuna city was a previous stronghold for the Al-Kani militia affiliated with warlord Khalifa Haftar. From June 2021, following the defeat of Haftar's forces in the western areas of Libya, the Libyan government found 193 dead bodies and had identified 96 of them, in mass graves in Tarhuna and south of Tripoli. (Photo by Nada Harib/Getty Images)

The Global Fragility Act Takes Another Step Toward Conflict Prevention, But Bigger Strides Remain

Conflict prevention routinely takes a back seat to immediate crises, and will require resources and attention to legal and bureaucratic gaps.

Apr. 10, 2023 Liz Hume

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The Just Security Podcast: Is Evan Gershkovich’s Arrest the End of Free Press in Russia?

Evan’s arrest is Russia’s latest attempt to intimidate foreign correspondents reporting in the country. The threats are common tactics.

Apr. 8, 2023 Paras Shah, Tiffany Chang and 2 more

Expert Q&A on IHL Compliance in Russia’s War in Ukraine

IHL needs to be respected in the heat of battle. How to achieve that goal - and reduce civilian suffering during hostilities - should become an urgent focus of international attention.

Apr. 7, 2023 Jelena Pejic

The United States’ Proposal on Prosecuting Russians for the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine is a Step in the Right Direction

Whatever shape an aggression tribunal takes, we applaud the U.S. position which will likely create momentum to prosecute Russian aggression.

Apr. 6, 2023 Michael P. Scharf, Paul R. Williams and 2 more

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